In a region grappling with the aftermath of the Boko Haram insurgency, Yobe State stands as a testament to resilience.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The state, situated in the North East, not only faces the impact of a decade-long conflict but also navigates the intricate task of managing retirements among experienced civil servants who began their careers in the former Borno State before Yobe’s establishment.

In an enlightening exchange with ALIYU MUSA in Damaturu, Alhaji Garba Bilal, the Head of Service, sheds light on Yobe’s comprehensive retirement succession strategies, carefully orchestrated by the Yobe State administration led by Governor Mai Mala Buni….CONTINUE READING

Assuming the pivotal role of steering the civil service in a region recovering from the devastations of the Boko Haram insurgency, Alhaji Garba Bilal describes the journey as both demanding and captivating.

He accentuates the critical role the civil service plays in actualizing governmental policies and initiatives, facilitated by effective resource allocation.

Alhaji Bilal emphasizes the significance of having a dedicated and pragmatic leader like Governor Buni, who fosters motivation and ultimately leads to ease of accomplishment.

He highlights the governor’s commitment to provisioning resources, human and material, to enable the workforce’s optimal contributions to the advancement of Yobe State.

Despite the formidable progress made, Yobe State confronts the challenge of a mass exodus of civil servants who originally served in the former Borno State.

As these seasoned professionals retire, a gap emerges in the workforce. Alhaji Bilal acknowledges the concerns raised about this transition and underscores the governor’s ongoing initiatives to bridge this gap.

By addressing this issue head-on, Yobe State’s administration is engaged in a commendable effort aimed at reforming and revitalizing the state’s civil service structure.